How did the institution of slave codes impact free Africans in the colonies?
a) Their status declined dramatically as slavery and skin color were legally fused in colonial society.
b) Their status was unchanged as the codes did not apply to free Africans.
c) Their status improved and slavery became more clearly defined.
d) Little change occurred due to the small number of Africans in the colonies.
Answer: a
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